applauder
One who claps
An applauder is someone who applauds—clapping hands to show approval or appreciation.
The word appears most often in the plural: The applauders rose to their feet as the curtain fell.
It can extend to anyone who expresses enthusiastic support: applauders of the new policy.
Team spirit performer
- boosterSomething that increases strength
- backerFinancial supporter
- advocatePublic cause supporter
- championTop competitor, or advocate
endorser · promoter · ally · proponent · patron · mentor · fan · enthusiast
Expression of approval
- acclaimEnthusiastic public approval
- commendationFormal expression of approval
- kudosPraise and honor
- accoladeExpression of high esteem
tribute · ovation · recognition · appreciation · admiration · esteem · respect · endorsement
cheerleader
Team spirit performer
champion · endorser · promoter · ally · proponent · patron · mentor · fan · enthusiast · devotee
praise
Expression of approval
- acclaimEnthusiastic public approval
- commendationFormal expression of approval
- kudosPraise and honor
accolade · tribute · ovation · recognition · appreciation · admiration · esteem · respect · endorsement · affirmation
theatergoer
Live performance attendee
- concertgoerPerson attending live music
- spectatorObserver at an event
- attendeePerson present at event
viewer · listener · onlooker · witness · crowd · gallery · patron · playgoer · operagoer · festivalgoer